Estimated task time for SBS upgrades

Section Estimated Time

Introduction

20 minutes

Step 1 – Prepare both systems

45 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time)

Step 2 – Transfer the Configuration

30 minutes + 12 min/GB database size (ION_Data, ION_Network, ApplicationModules, Archives)

Steps 3 to 5 – Manually Complete the Upgrade

90 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time)

Step 6 – Perform a Post-upgrade System Check

60 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time)

Step 7 – License the new system

15 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time)

Total upgrade time = 

260 minutes using Configuration Manager*

* Does not include database transfer or possible troubleshooting time.

NOTE: Time estimates are for engineers who are experienced in deploying and customizing PME.